Manchester United Academy coach Kieran McKenna admits he had a tough choice selecting three of his title-winning Under-18s squad to form the shortlist for the Jimmy Murphy Young Player of the Year award.
Exciting wide man Tahith Chong, midfield prospect James Garner and versatile defender Lee O'Connor ended up getting the nod and the chance to succeed Angel Gomes, the 2016/2017 winner.
Chong may have been elevated to the Under-23s but features in this category after illuminating United teams at various levels with his speed and skills. Garner, the England Under-17 captain, has also taken on the armband for the Reds and is maturing nicely as he starts to dictate games from the middle of the park.